Luis Suárez has signed a one-year contract extension with Inter Miami that will see the veteran striker remain at the club for the 2026 Major League Soccer season, bringing clarity to his future and reinforcing the club’s ambition to stay at the top of the league.
The agreement confirms that the Uruguayan forward, now 38, is not yet ready to step away from professional football and will continue to be part of one of the most high-profile squads in MLS.
The announcement follows a season in which Suárez played a central role in Inter Miami’s success, both as a goal scorer and as a senior figure within the dressing room. His decision to extend his stay comes after months of speculation about whether he would retire at the end of the current campaign or follow other long-serving teammates into the next phase of their careers.
Instead, Suárez opted for continuity, committing himself to another year in South Florida as Inter Miami prepare for a landmark period in the club’s history.
Inter Miami described the new deal as a reflection of Suárez’s importance to the team, citing his leadership, professionalism, and sustained level of performance despite his age. Over the most recent season, the striker featured regularly across domestic and international competitions, continuing to demonstrate the sharp instincts and competitive edge that defined his peak years in Europe.
His output remained impressive, with goals and assists that underlined his ability to influence matches even as his role has gradually evolved.
Speaking after the contract was confirmed, Suárez expressed his satisfaction at extending his time with the club and highlighted his strong connection with the supporters. “I’m very happy and very excited to continue for another year and to keep enjoying being here with this fanbase,” Suárez said.
“For us, they are like family. We feel very connected to them, and hopefully next year we can give them even more joy.” His words reflected not only his enthusiasm for playing on but also the emotional bond he has built with the club and its fans since arriving in MLS.
The extension ensures that Inter Miami will retain a familiar attacking focal point as they look ahead to the 2026 season, which is expected to be one of the most significant in the club’s short existence. The team is set to open its new stadium, Miami Freedom Park, during that campaign, and the presence of established stars like Suárez is seen as key to maintaining momentum on and off the pitch.
Although the season will begin with a run of away fixtures, the club believes experience and leadership will be crucial in navigating that transition.
Club co-owner Jorge Mas has previously spoken openly about Suárez’s future, making it clear that the door would remain open should the striker wish to continue. “Luis deserves to be able to leave through the front door and be celebrated the way he should be by this club,” Mas said earlier in the year. “If he decides to stay for another year, it would be great. I would like to see Suárez stay.” That sentiment appears to have been shared across the organization, with the new deal seen as mutually beneficial.
Beyond the numbers, Suárez’s value to Inter Miami has extended into mentoring younger players and setting standards within the squad. His vast experience, gained from a career that included league titles and major trophies in Europe, has been viewed as instrumental in shaping a winning culture at the club.
Suárez joined Inter Miami in 2024 after an illustrious career that took him from Uruguay to the Netherlands, England, Spain, and South America. He became one of the most feared strikers of his generation, known for his clinical finishing, aggressive style of play, and relentless desire to win.